The Write Stuff: Documenting Dentistry the Right Way
Friday, April 24
3:45 - 5:15 PM
1.5 CDE Credits – DDS, DH, DA, AUX
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Documentation is critical in the patient care process and represents a chronological history of the patient’s treatment. If your records were requested by an authority – would they pass inspection? During the dental treatment plan process, dental professionals use APIED (Assess, Plan, Implement, Evaluate and Document). You never get a second chance if your patient records are requested. Participating in this program will allow you to review the steps to proper documentation for all team members.
Course Objectives:
1. Review ADPIE/ADPIED in the process of dental care.
2. Discuss documentation and how it applies to practice.
3. Summarize steps for proper clinical and administrative documentation.
PRESENTER:
Ann-Marie DePalma, CDA, RDH, M.Ed., FADIA, FAADH, FADHA
Ann-Marie DePalma is a graduate of Forsyth School for Dental Hygienists, Northeastern University and University of Massachusetts Boston. Her passion, dedication and expertise inspire dental professionals through her continuing education programs and publications. She has experience as a clinical hygienist, a faculty member, consultant and software trainer, and is a fellow in several dental hygiene organizations. Beyond dentistry, DePalma volunteers in several local community organizations.
Conflict of Interest: None
